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To me, figure skating is an art form, and that's what I always try to bring in, even to my competitive programs.

Johnny Weir

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Johnny Weir
Age: 40
Born: 1984
Born: July 2
Actor
Figure Skater
Coatesville
Pennsylvania
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Trying
Competitive
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Skating

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